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Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

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New Carpeting in Troy, Michigan
New Carpeting in Troy, Michigan
Riemer Floors, Inc.Riemer Floors, Inc.
Colonial Home in Troy, MI featuring Bold Horizons by Masland in Canyon Wall.
This is an example of a medium sized classic carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Detroit with carpeted risers.
Oceanfront Atlantic Beach
Oceanfront Atlantic Beach
Brimco BuildersBrimco Builders
This is an example of a beach style wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Other with wood risers.
Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics
Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics
Patrick Widing Custom HomesPatrick Widing Custom Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic wood spiral wood railing staircase in Detroit with wood risers.
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
Westview Partners LLCWestview Partners LLC
Inspiration for a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
New Project
New Project
Summit HomesSummit Homes
This is an example of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in New Orleans with painted wood risers.
Multi-Family Brownstone
Multi-Family Brownstone
vonDALWIGvonDALWIG
Inspiration for a traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in New York with wood risers and under stair storage.
Green Carpet to Stairs by The Flooring Group
Green Carpet to Stairs by The Flooring Group
The Flooring Group LtdThe Flooring Group Ltd
Client: Private Residence In North London Brief: To supply & install green carpet to stairs
Medium sized classic carpeted u-shaped wood railing staircase in London.
Living Room & Stairs | Speckled Tweed Carpet
Living Room & Stairs | Speckled Tweed Carpet
Floors of DistinctionFloors of Distinction
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional carpeted l-shaped wood railing staircase in Minneapolis with carpeted risers.
New Falmouth Home Architect & Build
New Falmouth Home Architect & Build
Longfellow Design BuildLongfellow Design Build
Mike Ciolino
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Boston with wood risers.
Stairway
Stairway
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | Corey Gaffer, Photography | Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
Brecan Homes
Brecan Homes
Brecan HomesBrecan Homes
Wood stairs with LED track lighting
Inspiration for a medium sized classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in Vancouver with wood risers.
Our Work
Our Work
Lady Baltimore FloorsLady Baltimore Floors
Medium sized traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Baltimore with wood risers.
1852 Fort Greene Townhouse
1852 Fort Greene Townhouse
nC2 architecture llcnC2 architecture llc
Full gut renovation and facade restoration of an historic 1850s wood-frame townhouse. The current owners found the building as a decaying, vacant SRO (single room occupancy) dwelling with approximately 9 rooming units. The building has been converted to a two-family house with an owner’s triplex over a garden-level rental. Due to the fact that the very little of the existing structure was serviceable and the change of occupancy necessitated major layout changes, nC2 was able to propose an especially creative and unconventional design for the triplex. This design centers around a continuous 2-run stair which connects the main living space on the parlor level to a family room on the second floor and, finally, to a studio space on the third, thus linking all of the public and semi-public spaces with a single architectural element. This scheme is further enhanced through the use of a wood-slat screen wall which functions as a guardrail for the stair as well as a light-filtering element tying all of the floors together, as well its culmination in a 5’ x 25’ skylight.
September 2015 Foyer Trim
September 2015 Foyer Trim
AWM Carpentry LLCAWM Carpentry LLC
Above Door Trim and Column
Medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Philadelphia with wood risers.
Hudson Avenue
Hudson Avenue
The Walker Group, Ltd.The Walker Group, Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized classic wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers and feature lighting.
Hudson Avenue
Hudson Avenue
The Walker Group, Ltd.The Walker Group, Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Chicago with painted wood risers.
Mayflower Avenue Full House Renovation
Mayflower Avenue Full House Renovation
Plan ArchitecturePlan Architecture
Photo of a large classic wood l-shaped wood railing staircase in New York with painted wood risers.
Modern Shingle Style in Connecticut
Modern Shingle Style in Connecticut
Uccello Development, LLCUccello Development, LLC
Modern Shingle This modern shingle style custom home in East Haddam, CT is located on the picturesque Fox Hopyard Golf Course. This wonderful custom home pairs high end finishes with energy efficient features such as Geothermal HVAC to provide the owner with a luxurious yet casual lifestyle in the Connecticut countryside.
Entryways & Mudrooms
Entryways & Mudrooms
California Closets of Southern ArizonaCalifornia Closets of Southern Arizona
Under-stair Mudroom/Entryway Storage
Photo of a medium sized traditional wood straight wood railing staircase in Phoenix.
Staircase
Staircase
THINK Architecture, Inc.THINK Architecture, Inc.
Photo by: Joshua Caldwell
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional wood u-shaped wood railing staircase in Salt Lake City with painted wood risers and under stair storage.

Wood Railing Staircase Ideas and Designs

A beautiful staircase can serve a purpose far beyond the functional, with many homeowners transforming the stairs of their home into an architectural centrepiece. Statement staircases will wow your guests – less of a staircase than a showcase – and you may only need to keep the stairs clean and balustrades and newels polished to have a focal point to your decor. For a real talking point, modern staircases make use of non-traditional materials like glass and steel. Planning a new stair can be big projects, but if you’re undergoing a loft conversion, loft stairs are an essential part of your renovation and you’ll need to think carefully about how they will fit into your home. Browsing through inspiring photos of staircases and find pictures who will help you to choose the right design.

How do I choose a new staircase design?

In terms of renovation, replacing staircases is a big decision and must be considered as carefully as replacing a structural wall. If your current staircase is badly positioned then it may be worth the investment in a new flight. A standard straight staircase can be bought virtually out of the box, but for real excitement you may want to look into bespoke staircase design, including ideas custom handrails. This could certainly be the case when it comes to loft stairs as you’ll need something that fits with your area and space below. Storage staircases can be a great option for a small room – drawers or doors can pull out from the side of the staircase, utilising the space under it, or the stairs themselves can serve as drawers and cubbies. Spiral staircases are clever and can make a stunning feature in every room – choose a winding spiral staircase for smaller rooms or a sweeping one if you have the room for dramatic appeal. Glass railings are ideal if you have a preference for light and spacious interiors. If you have a more traditional wooden flight of stairs already in place, then you can add a more modern feel by opting for a sheet glass balustrade. Open stairs, an alternating tread or a floating staircase are great additions to any home but may be out of the question if you have small children.

How should I decorate my staircase?

Despite the fact that the stairs can be one of the most frequently used areas of your home, they are often overlooked when it comes to a home redesign. Your staircase, much like your hallway, can be an opportunity to inject some colour or personality into your overall design scheme and an update can be as simple as putting a lick of paint on the spindles or stripping off the worn carpet to reveal the beautiful hardwood treads beneath. If you want to keep some cushioning, then stair runners are a popular design choice, as they draw the eyes upward and add a flash of colour or pattern whilst offering plenty of grip. That said, ensure stair runners are properly fitted to avoid any missteps! A nice touch to connect staircases to the hallway they lead to is choosing a complementary rug or floor runner that echoes the colour scheme of the stair runner. If your staircase is alongside a wall, make the most of that space with attractive wallpaper, framed pictures and artwork. Stair spindles are a decorative element in their own right but you can jazz them up by painting them in a multi-tonal palette of complementary colours or graduating between dark and light. Putting a nice chandelier over a staircase can add a final, dramatic touch; if you prefer a more subtle way, consider recessed floor-level lighting for an atmospheric glow.

How should I install loft stairs?

Luckily, there is no minimum width for staircases. If you have a loft conversion stair that are less than one metre wide then you should have a handrail on at least one side. If you’re wondering about how steep your steps can be, then the maximum rise according to Building Regulations Part K is 220mm and all steps should be the same size and level. If you’re worried about crowding your foyer below your loft, there are options that are light and ladder-like so not much space is used, but they will still be more sturdy and safe than normal ladders. You must have two metres headroom at the top of your loft stairs, too, to ensure entering the lost space is not dangerous. A spiral staircase may be the best option for a small room, but remember that the staircase will be narrower and could be more dangerous for young children or older users.The building regulations for spiral staircases are slightly different – if you’re going to use a spiral staircase as loft conversion stairs and it’s only a secondary staircase leading to one room, then the stair treads themselves must be 60mm wide and no more than 145mm in length.
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